Title: Balafon Beach Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Balafon Beach Resort On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bijilo Forest Park ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/bd5dd5dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/4f592f03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/cfbb9f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/4ed2f59a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/42058398.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Balafon Beach Resort offers a perfect blend of tropical relaxation and genuine hospitality. Visitors unwind with refreshing drinks at the swim-up bar while others opt for rejuvenating treatments at the spa, creating their own version of beachside bliss. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Spa - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 5 - Oct 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=18141920&PinnedHotelID=18141920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=18141920&PinnedHotelID=18141920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 6 - Oct 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=18141920&PinnedHotelID=18141920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=18141920&PinnedHotelID=18141920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - 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323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/3622a4a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge TV Ceiling fan - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Partial sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/416d8a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private plunge pool Air conditioning Fridge TV - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/b4810951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge TV Ceiling fan - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/42058398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard House, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge TV - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Standard Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/a24e90cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Garden View 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge TV Premium bedding - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/42058398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard House, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge TV - 646 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSerrekunda-Hotels-Balafon-Beach-Resort.h18141920.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSerrekunda-Hotels-Balafon-Beach-Resort.h18141920.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Serrekunda, Balafon Beach Resort is in the suburbs and on a private beach. Shoppers can visit Senegambia Craft Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Bijilo Forest Park and River Gambia National Park. Gambia National Museum is another place to visit that comes recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Serrekunda travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda.dx178019) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C13.44964%2C-16.72113&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7Ho6cwq1OAUJJ8ahouix8KstCrU=) Kololi Beach, Serrekunda ### What's nearby - Kololi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Bijilo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Bijilo Forest Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Senegambia Craft Market - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles ### Getting around - Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 32 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪African Queen - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mango Indian Global Kitchen, Bar and Restaurant - ‬12 min walk - ‪El Sol - ‬10 min walk - ‪3 Chicks & a grill - ‬11 min walk - ‪Samba's Kitchen - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### Balafon Beach Resort Hotel near Senegambia Craft Market Located close to Bijilo Forest Park, Balafon Beach Resort provides a swim-up bar, a beach bar and a poolside bar. With a private beach, free beach cabanas and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub and a body wrap at the on-site spa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as beach volleyball and beach yoga. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool along with a lazy river, free cabanas and sunloungers - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and a 24-hour front desk - Outdoor furniture, concierge services and a front desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 88 individually furnished rooms include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Other amenities include: - Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and free toiletries - TVs with premium channels - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48413500/48413414/57bc54a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tamala Beach Resort Serrekunda - On private beach - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa 8.0 Very good 180 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=48413414&PinnedHotelID=48413414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/5e9f8140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kololi Beach Resort Senegambia - On private beach - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 73 reviews £47 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 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Pool - All-inclusive - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.4 Good 120 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=3513783&PinnedHotelID=3513783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39576500/39576457/ba251c7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kasumai Beach Resort Serrekunda - On private beach - Pool - Spa - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 61 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=39576457&PinnedHotelID=39576457&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/695500/695486/c0f4091c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kairaba Hotel Senegambia - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 7.6 Good 111 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=695486&PinnedHotelID=695486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681323/2f725457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Majula Boutique Hotel Serrekunda - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=96681323&PinnedHotelID=96681323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/710fc1d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### African Princess Beach Hotel Serrekunda - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 100 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=27232071&PinnedHotelID=27232071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96824500/96824497/aff2b22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kololi Sands Senegambia - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=96824497&PinnedHotelID=96824497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A beach bar - A poolside bar - A restaurant - A swim-up bar ### Things to do - Beach volleyball - Beach yoga - Full-service spa - Lazy river - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Free beach cabanas - Free pool cabanas - Garden - On a private beach - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - No lift ### More - 2 floors - Built in 2016 - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shared bathroom (in-room sink) - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 13 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: GMD 2800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Balafon Hotel Serrekunda Balafon Serrekunda Balafon Hotel Balafon Beach Resort Hotel Balafon Beach Resort Serrekunda Balafon Beach Resort Hotel Serrekunda ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Balafon Beach Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Balafon Beach Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Balafon Beach Resort? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Balafon Beach Resort? > Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Balafon Beach Resort? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Balafon Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GMD 2800 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Balafon Beach Resort located? > Nestled on the beach, this Serrekunda hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bijilo Forest Park and Senegambia Craft Market. River Gambia National Park and Gambia National Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balafon Beach Resort Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.2 Eco-friendliness ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 29 6 - Okay 22 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 7 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice accommodations. Attentive staff. ##### Gary Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nomi 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Balafon Beach resort The stay was super Pleasant and the staff is super friendly. There is a private Beach with guards to make sure all people staying here are safe😀 Nice pool and rooms with aircondition ##### Nomi Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful experience. ##### Jason Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### johnny 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fint läge direkt vid stranden. Bra frukostbuffé. ##### johnny Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bianca-Maria 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities . ##### Bianca-Maria Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kamau 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Flawless Great time, from check-in, to kitchen staff, to cleaners, to entertainment, great value and lovely staff. Really enjoyed our time. Recommend the premier room pool view!! Closeness to beach is so ideal too, great for relaxation or a stroll to enjoy the sunset. Nice walk 15 min walk to Tropics Mall and shout out Vibrations cafe for a healthy vegan option outside of the great food provided at Balafon. Would definitely come again. ##### Kamau Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tysheena 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet, inviting, immediately accessible to the beach. Extremely friendly staff. ##### Tysheena Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### M 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Everything was ok apart from been a room with limited entertainment i.e the atv was not functioning properly. ##### M Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Essa 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Lovely stay Really nice staff and really nice rooms The food as Ok and the pools are really clean We had a really nice stay at Balafon hotel Thanks to the nice people who work there ##### Essa Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Matthias 28 Jan 2025 Der Hotelstrand ist nah und recht gepflegt. Viel freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Frühstück typisch afrikanisch sehr eierlastig. Wir fanden es reichhaltig. Wurstfreunde kommen allerdings zu kurz. Zimmerservice sehr gut! ##### Matthias Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reinhilde 15 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The own was excellent The staff was always friendly, smiling and helpful The garden on the hotel is beautiful ##### Reinhilde Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nothing but good to say I have nothing but good to say about this hotel! The facilities are beautiful, rooms spacious and comfortable and direct beach access with lot of sunbeds available. Staff are attentive and caring. We had an issue with our room (not the hotel’s fault) and they really went out their way to find a solution and ensure we had a pleasant stay. Which we did. Couldn’t be more grateful, will be back! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fatimah 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Lovely resort with amazing staff. Fatu and the rest of the restaurant staff were fantastic, really great customer service. The swim up pool was great. Love the tucked away feel of the place. A nice stay ##### Fatimah Stayed 10 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mahamadu 7 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Was great ##### Mahamadu Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tykeen 18 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I liked that it was exclusive to the beach and the warmth of the environment and staff. ##### tykeen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Corrine 5 May 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Balafon experience Cleaning staff were lovely. Very friendly. There was one restaurant staff, who.was rude and unfriendly. Ordered chicken n chips for lunch. The chicken came out cold. When asked for it to be warmed up, they refried the chips n heated up the chicken. Meal wasnt that great. Great place to stay for exploring the city. There was no entertainment, so spent evenings out of the complex. There was a few blackouts but electricity came back promptly. The room were spacious but gloomy. Gambia is beautiful country to visit and will definitely visit again. Different hotel though. ##### Corrine Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Doris 18 Oct 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Hotel in die Jahre gekommen was leider von der Geschäftsleitung ignoriert wird . Trotz allem war es ein schöner Urlaub ##### Doris Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucas 29 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely place The internet service was not good, but the staff, food, service and facilities were great ##### Lucas Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Allan 7 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Super ophold. Vanvittigt larmende restaurant. Rigtigt fint hotel med super beliggenhed. Man skal kunne acceptere at der hver aften er live musik, som spiller VANVITTIGT højt, man kan ikke tale sammen undrr middagen. Vi prøvede at bede dem skrue ned, men det var mærkeligt nok ikke muligt, til trods for at flere gæster spurgte om det samme. Der ligger heldigvis andre restauranter i området, hvor de har forstået europæernes ønsker. Derfor spiste vi kun på hotellets restaurant én gang. Der mangler parasoller ved poolen, man kan kun ligge direkte i solen. Resten af opholdet var super fint, rent og pænt, god service og søde medarbejdere. Poolen er spotless ren og fin. ##### Allan Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### diane 21 Oct 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Not to clean grddn mkjlded walls kutside..black mould all over shower floor; wLls stzined from air ck dionef more care needs putting into this hotdl has lkvely location ##### diane Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stacey 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Waiters and waitresses not very professional. ##### Stacey Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shannon 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Nice Beach view The rooms was nice over all but i had to tell them about the AC many times it was very hotand the room leak when it had a hard rain also the water would be off everyday as well as the power ##### Shannon Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### DeAndrea 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Preparing for our wedding Checking in was pretty easy. Got to the room, and it was clean. The couch cushions could use some fluffing. That's no big deal. My husband wanted to watch football, and the TV would NOT come on at all. As we were heading out we we stopped by the front desk, and we are informing the young lady, and her response was I tried to tell you, but you wouldn't be quiet. Not a very nice response, and besides we didn't turn the TV on before she left the room. We were told NONE of the TVs worked because they were all in Chinese. Well the TV in the sports bar worked. Supposedly the tech was working on them. 2 nights and 3 days and the TV didn't even come on. Views from our room were great. The cleaning and restaurant staff were very kind and welcoming. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9D11A455C05F1BF5E97F481AC0A1505816F8886D1744034821310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/628E027FBBCF8DF80957B0AC13221360A1E283831744034751132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### DeAndrea Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Robert 15 Feb 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We had one of the pool rooms for a month and the key card would never open the door on a number of times and we were all ways having to get someone to come and open the safe and when they did it would take up to 40 minutes to come be aware there is no Television in rooms the rooms badly need a refurbishment fridge door hanging off our room was one of the most expensive ones breakfast was ment to start at seven but there was never anything out and had to wait for the lady to come to cook the eggs I know this is Gambia but these our basic things . Also found the beach boys spent most of the day chatting to the young single girls,and finally people were just coming off the beach and the boys were letting them when there was signs saying guests only ##### Robert Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay 28 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful grounds and rooms, access to beach for walking or swimming plus on site pools. 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